Behind the Scenes: Meet the Management Team

The Management Team is the backbone of operations at Garonga Safari Camp and Little Garonga. They ensure everything runs smoothly for the guests both at the front of house and behind the scenes. More importantly, they are the leaders that guide, support and mentor the other teams of staff at Garonga.

Reyneke – Operations Manager at Garonga

Reyneke is the Operations Manager and has been at Garonga now for almost three years. As a very diligent and thorough person, he is tasked with all general operations of lodge as well as overseeing the Safari Department, which is run by Jaffeth. Reyneke arranges external training courses to ensure consistently high standards at both properties that meet the expectations of every guests that walks through our doors.

Riki – Administration Manager at Garonga

Riki is the Administration Manager, who has worked at Garonga for three years, along with her husband Reyneke. She has taken on this difficult and intense role with great gusto and quiet determination. From accounts management to stock control and month-end reporting, Riki is incredibly capable and efficient.

Charlotte, who joined Garonga two years ago as the Manager, is currently on six months maternity leave and will return in the beginning of 2019.

Lize – Acting Manager at Garonga

Lize has stepped comfortably into Charlotte’s shoes for the six months she is on maternity leave. Whilst she is new to managing, she has slotted well into the position because she is thorough, diligent and confident. In January 2019, Lize will begin her four-year Tourism Degree.

Robert and Steffen are the Manager at Little Garonga and Maintenance Manager, respectively. Check out the blogs on the Little Garonga Staff Team and the Maintenance Team to find out more about Robert and Steffen.